by diana | Apr 5, 2012 | Blog, Cambridge, Competitions
We had slight difficulty.
by diana | Apr 5, 2012 | Blog, Cambridge, Competitions
We came, we presented, we fielded questions, but unfortunately, we didn’t leave with any money. Bummer. But I do think that the entire experience gave our team a lot to think about. Thanks, Tufts, for organizing the event!
by diana | Mar 12, 2012 | Blog, Cambridge
As Legatum IAP Seed Grant winners, we had the opportunity to present a poster following one of the Legatum lectures! We made a few interesting contacts – particularly with a Danish man who is interested in innovations. Interesting, the types of people you meet...
by diana | Feb 29, 2012 | Blog, Cambridge, Competitions
On Sunday, Jackie pitched Essmart at the Harvard Social Enterprise Conference. We were finalists and had the opportunity to pitch in front of a 1,000+ person audience! It was quite the thrill, and we took home the Audience Choice award. Knowing that the audience...
by diana | Feb 7, 2012 | Blog, Jan '12 India Trip, Thoughts and Ideas
Shortly after reaching Chennai’s main railway station, I grabbed a pre-paid auto rickshaw to IIT Madras. I had a meeting with Ashutosh Sinha from Villgro Stores. The meeting turned out to be quite thought-provoking. For example, Ashutosh brought up that when you think...
